Police Officer talks about February 1995 shooting
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Master Recycler Training
Become a Master Recycler
Interested in learning all there is to know about the recycling process, waste reduction and composting?
Here’s your chance to learn from the experts and become a Master Recycler by participating in the Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District’s Master Recycler Program.
The deadline to register is May 30th. Space is limited, so register early! Registration fee for all four classes: $10 if received by May 23; $15 if received after May 23. To become a Master Recycler, you must attend all classes. Refreshments will be provided. Specific information on class dates, times and locations.
To register, contact Susan Schumacher at 946-7734.
City of Montgomery Appoints City Manager
Wayne Davis
On Monday, May 7, 2012, at a special meeting called by the Council of the City of Montgomery, City Council unanimously appointed Wayne S. Davis as City Manager. After a thorough search among candidates who applied for the position, and after a comprehensive assessment and interview of the final candidates, City Council believes that Mr. Davis is the best candidate to be appointed to the permanent position. Mr. Davis has served as the Acting Manager since September 1, 2011. His appointment is effective immediately.
City Council also unanimously waived the City Charter requirements for residency. Mr. Davis will not be required to relocate to the City of Montgomery. The requirements of residency tied to public employment have been overruled by state law and confirmed by the Ohio Supreme Court. To resolve any question under the authority granted by the Charter, Council waived the requirement for Mr. Davis. If there are any questions concerning this release or the appointment of Mr. Davis, they may be addressed to Gerri Harbison at 235-7824.
If there are any questions concerning this release or the appointment of Mr. Davis, they may be addressed to Gerri Harbison at 235-7824.
Johnson Nature Preserve App on Google Play!
The Johnson Nature Preserve app provides audio presentations, text and pictures on the many animals, plants and trees native to this park. There is also a story on the history of the park starting back when this area was the hunting grounds of the Miami and Shawnee tribes. Perfect for scout troops, science and nature class field trips and just a day in the park, this app expands the educational experience of Johnson Nature Preserve.
Fire Hydrant Flushing Project Begins
Each year, the Fire Department opens fire hydrants throughout the City and allows the water to flow through the pipes. The hydrant-flushing program is very important to the maintenance of the City’s water system.
This serves the following purposes:
- Flushes sediments from mainline pipes (which enhances water quality)
- Verifies the proper operation of fire hydrants and valves
- Helps find weaknesses in the water system
- Checks for closed valves and weak flows in the water mains
- Verifies ample flow for fire fighting
Hydrant Flushing Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT SHOULD I DO WHEN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CREWS ARE FLUSHING HYDRANTS IN MY AREA?
If you see a crew flushing a hydrant on your street, avoid running tap water and using the washing machine or the dishwasher until the flushing is completed. If you see hydrant-flushing crews working in the area, please drive carefully and treat them like any other road construction crew.
WHAT SHOULD I DO AFTER HYDRANT FLUSHING?
- If tap water is used during flushing, it could come out full of sediment that causes discoloration. If you encounter discolored water, shut the water off and wait several minutes. After waiting, check the clarity by running cold water for a few minutes allowing new water to work its way into your pipes. If the water is clear it’s OK to use. If not, wait a few more minutes and check again. In some cases, there may be slight discoloration for a few hours. This discoloration only affects the appearance of the water; it does not affect the taste or water quality.
- Avoid washing laundry. Wait until the water turns clear at the tap, and then wash a load of dark clothes first. Hot water tanks can hold discolored water for some time after the cold water runs clear.
- In the event your laundry is stained from discolored water, call Greater Cincinnati Water Works at (513) 591-7700. They will deliver a laundry aid to remove the stain. Do NOT put stained laundry in the dryer.
- If pressure or volume seems low, check your faucet screens for trapped particles.
WHY DOES MY WATER LOOK FUNNY AFTER HYDRANT FLUSHING?
When a hydrant is opened, there will be temporary incidences of discolored water while fine sediment particles are flushed out. There is no health hazard associated with the discolored water. Allow a few hours for discoloration to dissipate. To verify water is clear, run your cold-water tap for a few minutes.
WHO DO I CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION?
For more information, contact the Fire Department at (513) 985-1633. For additional information on water quality please call Greater Cincinnati Water Works at (513) 591-7700
National Burn Awareness Week
Montgomery City Planner Tracy Roblero, and her daughter Julianna, appeared this morning on Fox 19 Morning Extra on behalf of Shriners Hospital for Children. As a part of National Burn Awareness Week, Julianna and Tracy appeared to increase awareness about burn injuries, burn prevention and safety measures in the home. Tracy and Julianna were happy to appear on behalf of Shriners Hospital as thanks for the care and attention they received after a burn injury Julianna sustained around Christmas in 2010.
Promote Montgomery business for free!
Promote Montgomery business for free on the City’s website! The City of Montgomery recognizes that vibrant and successful businesses are an essential part of the community. The City is offering an opportunity to promote Montgomery businesses through an online listing on the City’s website. With 16,000 plus monthly visits, business owners can use the website to increase awareness and attract customers! This service is available only to businesses located within the City of Montgomery.
Signal upgrades to begin
Work will begin in February, as weather permits, on many of Montgomery’s major signalized intersections. Complete General Construction Company has been awarded the contract to update every signalized intersection on Montgomery Road from Weller Road to Kennedy Lane and at the Cooper Road-Main Street intersection.
The work will introduce the latest technology in LED signals for higher visibility and lower energy costs, emergency vehicle preemption devices to detect approaching emergency vehicles,
natural gas back-up generators, and upgraded LED pedestrian crosswalk devices and signage.
This project is funded primarily by a $540,000 grant from the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments. Under the grant, Montgomery will pay only 20 percent of the project cost.
Completion of the work is projected for mid-August. Regular construction updates are provided on the City’s website as work progresses.
Dog license renewal deadline extended
The County Commissioners have extended the deadline for renewing your dog’s license again this year. You have until February 29; after that the annual $19 fee doubles. For more information, visit www.hamiltoncountyauditor.org/dogs.asp
“Providing superior services with integrity. Partnering with you to build a great community!”
The City of Montgomery is seeking a creative, visionary and forward-thinking municipal executive to serve as its next City Manager. The successful candidate will be highly collaborative and approachable with a proven record of consensus building and strategic leadership. Developing public-private partnerships, regional cooperation and promoting citizen involvement are key success factors.
Our award-winning City is recognized as THE place to live, work and play through diverse, high-quality housing options, safe neighborhoods, renowned schools, outstanding parks, unique special events, thriving businesses and most importantly – active engaged citizens! With an annual budget of $18M and a full-time staff of 64, the City’s mission is to provide superior services to its 10,251 citizens. Montgomery operates under a Council-Manager form of government.
The City Manager will be a strong visible leader – mentor to the leadership team and continue to develop a participatory work culture. The selected candidate will have a minimum of five years senior leadership experience, preferably as City Manager or Assistant City Manager, including operations management in a union environment, financial and budgetary strengths and focus on human resource development. The new City Manager will bring expertise in implementing participatory process improvement initiatives and high performance measures to build on the City’s accomplishments in LEAN and HPO. Success in economic development initiatives round out the list of needed accomplishments.
A Bachelors degree in business, public administration or local government-related field; a master’s degree preferred. Other attributes will include excellent verbal and written communications skills, superior interpersonal and human relations skills and diplomacy in handling public relations and the media. Evidence of continuing professional education and development is also preferred.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and completed Application For Employment form to the offices of Terrence Donnellon, City Law Director, 9079 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH, 45242, attention Clerk of Council or email to Montgomery@Donnellonlaw.com, by February 24, 2012.
The City of Montgomery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City to consider qualified candidates for employment solely on the basis of his/her qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, genetic information or family history, or military status.
Public Records Disclosure: As a political subdivision of the State of Ohio, the City is governed by R.C. § 149.43 requiring the disclosure of all public records upon appropriate request. All resumes or other materials received in response to this ad will be considered public records and subject to these disclosure requirements.
